Maplan Vertical Rubber Injection Molding Machine from Japan
Maplan's vertical clamp rubber injection machine is used for insert molding rubber gaskets onto metal parts. Optimized for thermosetting materials with cold runner systems to prevent premature curing, it fits HTS 8477.10.90.15. Vertical design aids gravity-fed inserts common in rubber applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.1015%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.12, 9903.82.17 and 9903.85.68, derivative aluminum and steel articles with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent, as provided for in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Provide photos and diagrams of vertical configuration and rubber-specific nozzles in CBP filings
• Ensure invoice notes 'thermosetting injection' to distinguish from plastic vertical machines